colorful hat

Leaves, flowers and charming birds rest in this stunning design made from cotton in Costa Rica. Drawing inspiration from the tropical landscapes that surround this unique country, artisan Olivier Thuillard crafts each detail of this sun hat, adding blue piping.

Small
US hat size: 6 1/8
European hat size: 2Inner circumference: 20 inches
Medium
US hat size: 7
European hat size: 4 1/2Inner circumference: 22 inches
Large
US hat size: 7 1/4
European hat size: 5 1/2Inner circumference: 23 inches

Artisan crafted using soft alpaca fibers, this divine reversible hat from Peruvian artisan Wilfredo Herencia offers the ideal solution for keeping warm and comfortable. "Knitting is one of my great passions," says Wilfredo, "I share that passion with my team, the female knitters who work with me." Featuring a braided cable and ribbed pattern, the cap has a classic style; its cranberry and Prussian blue tones will add a touch of rich color to cold weather attire.

Made in Thailand with the region's classic beauty, Kunlaya Pangsiri's cotton hat displays a unique look inspired by the Hill Tribe's style. Working on a navy base hue, the artisan arranges embroidered floral details around the hat, all in a palette of pink hues accented by aluminum beads. In addition, acrylic pompoms and colorful wood beads complete the design with a sweet vibe.

This pretty beaded bracelet is the creation of Sang Ayu Sardiwati of Bhakti Senang Hati, a foundation in Bali that assists the physically disabled to attain physical and economic independence and build self-esteem. "Although we live in very limited conditions, my childhood was very happy", says artisan Sang Ayu. "I used to work carrying stones for a dam construction when I was in Junior High School so I can pay the school fee myself. Unfortunately the dam suddenly collapse and huge stones broke my leg. Now I have to use a prosthesis everywhere. I was so depressed, very not confident after the accident, I usually hide and shy whenever people visiting our home. But finally my spirit is back after I saw my parents were crying because my depressed condition. After pray to God, I feel more patient and strong. I even graduated from a university, and I start making handicrafts. After I joined the Foundation, I met my husband and now we have 3 boys." The stretch bracelet is crafted from blue ceramic beads alternating with albesia wood and coconut shell beads.

The perfect accessory for a midday picnic, this basket-style shoulder bag is woven by hand. Claudia Hernandez creates the handbag for all who enjoy the outdoors. Colorful, patterned stripes encircle the navy blue body, and the lid opens to a roomy, unlined interior.

Showing off her finery, Catrina is on display in this unique folk art wall accent from Rocio Pindter in Mexico. The small artwork is crafted from tin with a glass pane, and hand painted with a beautiful Catrina wearing a bodacious feathered hat. The blue metal frame is lavishly decorated with colorful flowers, fish and birds.

The original "La Calavera Catrina" was a zinc etching created by the artist José Guadalupe Posada in Mexico around 1910. Posada created the character, a female skeleton with an elegant hat, as a satirical portrait of Mexican natives who aspired to European style and denied their own heritage. The catrina has since become an emblem of Mexico's Day of the Dead celebration and a popular folk art subject.

The spherical shape of this superb decorative box will add an exotic touch to your interiors thanks to its unique design. Thai artisans Pang and Ni paint wave and floral motifs around the lid, using an intense blue tone for a magical accent. Then, they finish the design with green wood beads joined by waxed cotton cords.

Turquoise waves evoke the Guatemalan Caribbean as they flow around a the lid of a butter dish. Working in high-fired ceramic, Lilyan Bebecke crafts this lovely design. Nature is her inspiration.

Ana Maria Gonzalez in Mexico creates this fun jewelry chest, employing the decoupage technique. A skeletal bride and groom are depicted on the top and front of the pinewood box, in homage to José Guadalupe Posada's La Calavera Catrina. The small chest features two drawers for storing small treasures.

The original "La Calavera Catrina" was a zinc etching created by the artist José Guadalupe Posada in Mexico around 1910. Posada created the character, a female skeleton with an elegant hat, as a satirical portrait of Mexican natives who aspired to European style and denied their own heritage. The catrina has since become an emblem of Mexico's Day of the Dead celebration and a popular folk art subject.

Working with oil paints, Hugo Pichiya brings San Jorge La Laguna to life, a charming village nestled along the shores of Guatemala’s breathtaking Lake Atitlan. In the distance, the towering Toliman Volcano rises beneath a clear sky, while the lake stretches out in quiet splendor. The foreground is filled with the warmth of daily life—a woman in traditional Maya attire and a man in a wide-brimmed hat tend to their sheep, framed by white-walled homes with terracotta roofs and a central church. Lush greenery and bursts of pink, orange and yellow flowers weave through the scene, capturing the beauty and rhythm of this splendid village.

Titled Lago de Atitlán desde San Jorge in Spanish.